burt's bees BABY dusting powder

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Can older babies use burt's bees BABY dusting powder?

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NO - AVOID

Danger Score: 11 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: burt's bees BABY dusting powder contains 8 ingredients. 1 concerning, 2 caution. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Monitor for any reactions in older babies.

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Ingredients Analysis (8 found)

limonene

🚨6/10

For infants 6–12 months (older baby, crawling baby): limonene can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions. It’s more risky for babies than for older children or adults because their skin is thinner and they get more exposure relative to their size.

Immune system - This ingredient is listed as a known human allergen and has multiple regulatory flags for immune-system effects (EU cosmetics and hazard labeling rules, and US regulatory listings). That means it can trigger allergic reactions or other immune effects in some people, including children.

Eczema - Experts and regulatory lists identify this chemical as a skin allergen and sensitizer (EU hazard and cosmetics notices). For babies or kids with sensitive skin or a history of eczema, it can trigger or worsen rash and contact dermatitis.

Irritant - Hazard classifications name this ingredient as a skin and general irritant (EU GHS hazard codes). It can cause redness, stinging, or eye and lung irritation if it touches or is breathed in.

Cancer - The ingredient record flags contamination concerns with formaldehyde. Formaldehyde is classified as a carcinogen by international cancer authorities, so contamination raises a potential cancer-related risk if present.

Builds Up - Some environmental assessments and peer-reviewed studies list this chemical as persistent and bioaccumulative in wildlife (OSPAR and scientific literature), meaning it can build up in the environment and animals over time.

Environmental - Regulatory hazard listings and ecological reviews note possible harm to wildlife and the environment (EU hazard codes and environmental assessments). This means its release or repeated use can be harmful to ecosystems.

Confidence: HIGH

fragrance

⚠️5/10

Perfume can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in babies 6-12 months. It is used to provide fragrance in baby care products but should be used with caution.

Irritant - Fragrance mixtures often contain chemicals that can cause skin irritation, redness, or rashes, especially on sensitive baby skin.

Eczema - Fragrances are known triggers for eczema flare-ups and can worsen symptoms in babies with sensitive or atopic skin.

Asthma - Fragrance chemicals can release volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that may worsen asthma or breathing issues in babies and children.

Hormones - Some fragrance ingredients, such as certain phthalates, are suspected endocrine disruptors that may interfere with hormone development.

Absorbed - Certain fragrance chemicals can be absorbed through the skin and detected in the bloodstream, raising concerns for systemic exposure.

Breast Milk - Some fragrance components, including phthalates, have been detected in breast milk, indicating they can pass from mother to baby.

Banned - Some fragrance ingredients are banned or restricted in the EU and other countries due to health concerns.

Builds Up - Certain fragrance chemicals, such as some phthalates and musks, can accumulate in the body over time with repeated exposure.

Long-Term Risk - Long-term exposure to some fragrance chemicals has been linked to chronic health effects, including hormone disruption and allergic diseases.

Confidence: HIGH

rosa centifolia flower powder

⚠️4/10

For babies 6–12 months (older infants), this rose-derived powder can cause allergic skin reactions. Many people tolerate it, but it is known to be an allergen and has regulatory flags for possible harm, so use caution with baby skin.

Immune system - This ingredient is listed as a known human allergen, which means it can trigger immune reactions in people. This finding comes from the EU Cosmetics Directive listing identifying it as a human toxicant or allergen.

Irritant - Because it is a known allergen, people can get redness, itching, or rashes when it touches the skin. The EU Cosmetics Directive notes its allergenic/toxic properties that support this risk.

Eczema - Allergic ingredients like this one can trigger or make eczema worse on sensitive skin, especially in babies and children. The ingredient is recognized as a human allergen by the EU Cosmetics Directive.

Organ Risk - A national health agency (Environment Canada) has classified this ingredient as expected to be toxic or harmful and given it a medium human-health priority for non-reproductive organ-system effects, which means repeated or significant exposure could affect organs.

Confidence: MEDIUM

bentonite

✅2/10

Bentonite is a clay that is usually low risk for older babies (6–12 months) when used on the skin in normal baby products. It rarely causes serious reactions, but quality and purity matter.

Confidence: MEDIUM

montmorillonite

✅2/10

For babies 6-12 months (infants, little ones, babies), montmorillonite is a natural clay that is usually low risk when used on the skin. Most safety checks find little concern, but there is limited direct testing in babies and some safety reviews used data from similar chemicals rather than this one exactly.

No Known Risk - For skin use, current safety reviews show low concerns for cancer, allergies, and effects on growth or reproduction. Makers may need to follow rules or show tests before using this clay, but the available data does not show real risks to babies or children from topical use.

Confidence: MEDIUM

sodium bicarbonate

✅1/10

For infants 6–12 months (babies and older babies), sodium bicarbonate is very low risk when used in gentle, low-concentration products. Most official reviews find little hazard, but baby skin can be sensitive so it may cause mild dryness or a little redness in some babies.

No Known Risk - Government and industry safety reviews find no clear hazards for normal topical use. The U.S. FDA allows limited food uses; Environment Canada says it is not expected to be toxic or to build up in the body; an industry safety panel notes some data gaps and sets safe use limits but does not identify a health risk when used as intended. Based on these assessments, there are no known health risks for typical topical use.

Confidence: HIGH

ulmus fulva bark

✅1/10

For babies 6–12 months old, slippery elm bark used on the skin is usually safe. It is a plant extract and is rated very low concern by public ingredient assessments. Most infants will not have problems, but plant extracts can sometimes cause skin reactions.

No Known Risk - For topical use, available safety information for slippery elm bark shows only low-level concerns for cancer, allergies, reproductive or developmental effects, and no special use restrictions. No higher-risk findings or ingredient-specific hazards were identified, so there are no known real risks for a child from this ingredient as used on the skin.

Confidence: MEDIUM

Zea mays (corn) starch

✅1/10

Zea Mays Starch is corn starch used as an absorbent and thickener in baby products and is considered very safe for topical use on babies

No Known Risk - Corn starch is widely used in baby powders and topical products, and current research does not show any significant health risks when used on intact skin. It is generally considered safe for topical use on babies, with no evidence linking it to irritation, hormone disruption, cancer, or other long-term health effects. However, care should be taken to avoid inhalation of powders, but for topical use, there are no known risks.

Confidence: HIGH

Common Questions About burt's bees BABY dusting powder

Safe for older babies? burt's bees BABY dusting powder

burt's bees BABY dusting powder is not recommended for 6-12 month old babies due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 8 ingredients in burt's bees BABY dusting powder. 1 concerning, 2 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

Is this appropriate for older babies to using baby powder?

The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredients. This analysis is for 6-12 month old babies. Use the age selector above to check other ages.

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Safety Analysis: Evaluations are for research only - consult pediatricians for medical decisions. Do not rely solely on this analysis.

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